There have been fewer fatal road traffic accidents on the A9 since the introduction of average speed cameras according to figure released by Transport Scotland.
The average speed cameras which were installed and put into action just over a year ago. However, experts have warned that it will be at least another two years before the success of the average speed cameras can be properly assessed.
According to the data from Transport Scotland, two fewer people died and 16 fewer people were injured between Dunblane and Inverness from November 2014 to October 2015 with Transport Scotland adding that this trend continued to the end of 2015.
The total number of people killed or seriously injured on the road between Perth and Inverness fell by just over half.
Prior to the introduction of the average speed cameras it was found that one in three were speeding on the A9. Following the introduction of the average speed cameras this has fallen to, on average, one in fifteen.
Transport minister Derek Mackay said: “For the first time since parts of the A9 were upgraded in the 1970s, there were no fatal accidents anywhere on the route from July to December.
“These improvements are taking place with rising traffic volumes and the continuing use of this nationally important route to support the economy of the Highlands and Islands.
“We are monitoring the performance of the A9 and welcome the figures which indicate that the route continues to perform far more safely than before.
“Fatal and serious casualties have more than halved and there are clear and substantial reductions in fatal casualties both between Perth and Inverness and between Perth and Dunblane.”
Speed a Major Factor Road Traffic Accidents
Speed is considered to be one of the main factors in road traffic accidents. According to the Royal Society of Prevention of Accidents, inappropriate speed is a major factor for more than 14% of all serious injuries on the roads and 24% of all collisions that result in death. If average speeds on the road fell by 1% the number of accidents would decrease by 5% according to the society.
If you are involved in an accident that was a result of high speeds through no fault of your own, there is a high chance that you will be seriously injured. However, thankfully, you will be able to make a personal injury claim.
Making a Personal Injury Claim: Road Traffic Accident
If you have been injured in a road traffic accident that occurred through no fault of your own, you will be able to make a personal injury claim. To make a personal injury claim, it is important to provide our team with as much evidence as possible. Our team of solicitors will require the basic details about the accident such as where, when and how the incident occurred. As well as this, we will require as much evidence to build the strongest possible claim.
If you have been involved in an accident at high speeds it is likely that you will have sought medical advice. A medical report can prove the extent of your injuries as well as verifying your accident claim and can be exceptionally useful for our solicitors. Any photographic evidence, witness statements and contact details of those involved should also be provided to build the best possible case and strengthen your claim for compensation.
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